Helicopters, firefighters back West Auckland blaze 12 hrs after starting
Seven people were rescued by lifesavers after being trapped by fire yesterday.
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Investigators uncover the cause of Whangārei’s 20ha blaze
Northland's fire permits have been suspended until further notice due to risky conditions.
Seven people rescued after fire traps them at West Auckland beach
Emergency services were alerted to the fire at Anawhata Beach, near Piha, about 5.30pm.
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Large scrub fire near Taupō controlled after helicopters battle blaze
Witnesses earlier said the fire was worrying nearby homeowners.
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Fires break out on Auckland’s Southern Motorway
NZTA said motorists should expect delays as emergency services respond.
‘Distressing’ rescue of young girl after 13yo fell to his death at Hāhei Beach
Two young people scrambled up a cliff path before the boy plunged down the bank.
Fire crews battling blaze in Waitākere Ranges
Three helicopters are responding to the West Auckland incident.
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Fire threat in Los Angeles continues and firefighters battle Coromandel fire | NZ Herald News Update
Strong wind predictions cause more fire concerns for Los Angeles and firefighters are expected to be battling Coromandel vegetation fire for several days. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
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A blaze has destroyed a bach on Nelson’s Boulder Bank. Video / Tim Cuff
Person hospitalised after becoming trapped under vehicle in South Auckland
'One patient in a serious condition was transported to Middlemore Hospital.'
Ali Riley loses home in Palisades fire
Football Ferns captain Ali Riley's home in Los Angeles burned to the ground during the recent Palisades fires. Video / Ali Riley
Spark into dust extractor looks to have started shed fire
The shed, used for woodworking, was destroyed on Sunday night.
Dangerous winds return to Los Angeles
Dangerous winds have returned to Los Angeles, threatening to worsen wildfires that have killed 16 people. Video / AFP
NZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilant
Niwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.
'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put out
Four crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.
Fatal Coromandel cliff fall involved 'young people', police confirm
A second person trapped on the cliff was rescued by emergency services.
Aussie actor died after water supply wasn’t working in LA wildfires, death toll rises to 16
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'High fire danger': Residents urged to be cautious after Whangārei wildfire
A wildfire near Whangārei has been contained. An investigation continues into its cause.
‘Horror movie’: Burning LA homes livestreamed their own destruction as owners watched
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LA still on fire, Coromandel burning and the police continue investigations | NZ Herald News Update
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Fire crews continue fight against blaze that stranded holiday makers
Three helicopters and four ground crews resume battle today.
Los Angeles wildfires in figures: Five blazes and 11 dead
Los Angeles is being ravaged by five different big blazes.
A fire burns on Black Jack Rd, Coromandel
A fire is burning on Black Jack Rd in the Coromandel. Video / Katie Dee
Firefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under control
The fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.
What the LA fires would look like in NZ cities - map expert
Fires called a stark reminder for NZ: 'You don’t have to live rurally to be affected.'
Kiwi in Los Angeles describes ‘ghost town’ as wildfires rampage across the city
'It just looked like a ghost town going through downtown LA'.
Los Angeles wildfires continue and firefighters battle Whangārei scrub fire | NZ Herald News Update
Wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles and firefighters continue to battle scrub fire east of Whangārei. Video / NZ Herald
'It can’t be real': Football Ferns captain’s home destroyed in LA wildfire
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Whangārei scrub fire update
Fire and Emergency NZ operations manager Denis Cooper provides an update on the fire in Whangārei scrub fire.
Whangārei fire: Home still under threat, firefighting efforts to stretch across three days
The cause of the fire is not yet know but an investigation will take place on Friday.